CVE-2016-10229
First published: Mon Apr 03 2017(Updated: )
udp.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via UDP traffic that triggers an unsafe second checksum calculation during execution of a recv system call with the MSG_PEEK flag.
Credit: security@android.com security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Linux kernel | >=3.2<3.2.76 | |
| Linux kernel | >=3.3<3.4.113 | |
| Linux kernel | >=3.5<3.10.103 | |
| Linux kernel | >=3.11<3.12.53 | |
| Linux kernel | >=3.13<3.14.77 | |
| Linux kernel | >=3.15<3.16.35 | |
| Linux kernel | >=3.17<3.18.45 | |
| Linux kernel | >=3.19<4.1.40 | |
| Linux kernel | >=4.2<4.4.21 | |
| Android | <=7.1.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=197c949e7798fbf28cfadc69d9ca0c2abbf93191
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97397
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/197c949e7798fbf28cfadc69d9ca0c2abbf93191
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2016-10229
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-stable.git/commit/?id=197c949e7798fbf28cfadc69d9ca0c2abbf93191
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2017-04-01 (Advisory)
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250103-0008/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10229?
CVE-2016-10229 has a high severity level due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10229?
To fix CVE-2016-10229, ensure your Linux kernel is updated to version 4.5 or later, and apply any relevant security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-10229?
CVE-2016-10229 affects various versions of the Linux kernel prior to 4.5 and certain Android versions up to 7.1.1.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2016-10229?
CVE-2016-10229 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through specially crafted UDP traffic.
What should I do if I'm running an affected version related to CVE-2016-10229?
If you are running an affected version related to CVE-2016-10229, immediately check for updates and apply them to mitigate the risk.
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